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Bearing the Battle Should Not Preclude Bearing A Child
Stop Fighting Wars Before Doing Away with VA
Seven More Things Our Congress Can Do To Help Veterans
Clothing Donation Expands to 13 Cities
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How Tiffany Smiley Can Help Make the VA Great Again
Don’t Delay Your Annual VA SCI/D Center Evaluation
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The Independent Budget for the 115th Congress
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The Invisible Costs Of War: Interview with Sherman Gillums
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PVA’s 2021 Women Veterans Empowerment Retreat
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Missing a Golden Opportunity: Charlie’s Story
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Airline Staff Tells Me “Your Chair is Coming”: Redzuan’s Story
Preflight Woes: Candice’s Story
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Black History Month: Stories of Courage – Gene Crayton
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PVA Applauds Increased Access to Voter Registration for Veterans with Disabilities
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Boston Architects Win 2009 Paralyzed Veterans’ Barrier-Free America Award for John Adams Courthouse
2011 Barrier-Free America Award: James Roth
Paralyzed Veterans of America Honors the Nugent Residence Hall and the Disability Resources & Educational Services (DRES) Program at the University of Illinois with 2012 Barrier-Free America Award
Paralyzed Veterans has awarded the 2014 Barrier-Free America Award to the Ed Roberts Campus
Paralyzed Veterans has awarded the 2014 Barrier-Free America Award to the Ed Roberts Campus
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Expresses Grave Concerns for Disabled Air Travelers
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Recognizes Virginia Governor’s Mansion for its Accessible Design
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Elects David Zurfluh as National President
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Urges Open-Minded Debate on Future Funding For Veterans Healthcare
Paralyzed Veterans of America Challenges Administration Rollback of Protections for Disabled Air Travelers
Emergency Spending Authorized for VA – Is it Enough?
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Weis Markets Launches Campaign to Support Paralyzed Veterans of America
Paralyzed Veterans of America Announces FY18 Education Foundation Grant Cycle
Paralyzed Veterans of America Welcomes New Leadership Member
Paralyzed Veterans of America “Deeply Disappointed” in New Tax Reform Plan
Paralyzed Veterans of America to Join Senate Roundtable
Paralyzed Veterans of America Names Interim Executive Director
Paralyzed Veterans of America Partners with Elevation Burger
Major Veterans Groups Deliver 182k-signature Petition to Congress
Paralyzed Veterans of America & Democracy Forward Respond to DOT Hearing
Paralyzed Veterans of America Meets With President Trump, VA Secretary Shulkin and Fellow VSOs to Review Top Priorities for America’s Veterans
Paralyzed Veterans of America Partners with Food City, Richard Petty, and Coke to Benefit MISSION: ABLE
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to VA Announcement of Acting Secretary and Retirement of Deputy Secretary
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Unsecuring Social Security: Another Step Toward Devaluing Military Service in Post-war America
VA Could Benefit From Firing Its Bottom 10% Of Underperforming Staff
VA’s Veteran Monthly Assistance Allowance Program
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114th Congress, First Session Priorities: Procreative Services for Catastrophically Disabled Veterans
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Accessible Home Design Book
Acerca de Veteranos Paralizados de América
Adaptive Handcycling Clinics
Adaptive Sailing: Equalizer for Veterans with Disabilities
Adaptive Skiing Program Offered Free for Disabled Veterans
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Myths and Facts
Americans with Disabilities Act Anniversary Marks Progress, Setbacks in Accessible Design
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Caregivers Need a Break, Some “Me Time”
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Awareness Month
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Mourns the Loss of Decorated War Hero and Veterans and Disability Rights Champion Senator John McCain
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Expand Eligibility for the VA Comprehensive Caregiver Program
February is National Heart Health Month
Handicap Parking Abuse
Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Suit to Protect Rights of Disabled Air Travelers Progresses in Court Today
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Leading Veterans Groups Respond to VA Appropriations Conference Report
PVA Responds to President Trump’s Nomination of Robert Wilkie as VA Secretary
Leading Veterans Service Organizations Release 30th Edition of the Independent Budget for the 115th Congress
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Paralyzed Veterans of America’s PAVE Program to Benefit from Brad Keselowski’s Checkered Flag Foundation Campaign
May is ALS Awareness Month
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Million Veteran Program Needs Women Veterans’ Participation
National Registry Aims to Find Cause and Cure for ALS
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Applauds Final Passage of VA MISSION Act
Paralyzed Veterans of America Applauds House Passage of VA MISSION Act
Paralyzed Veterans of America Commends President Trump for Signing VA MISSION Act
Paralyzed Veterans of America Contribute to Vikings’ Super Bowl Stadium Accessibility Redesign
Paralyzed Veterans of America Elects Leadership for 2018-2019 Term
Paralyzed Veterans of America Joins Presidential Inaugural Parade
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Urges Protection of ADA on 28th Anniversary of Landmark Legislation
Paralyzed Veterans of America Urges Protection of VA Specialized Care and Expansion of Caregiver Support Services to Veterans of All Eras
Paralyzed Veterans of America Urges Protection of VA Specialized Services, CARF Standards in Private Healthcare, Enforcement of VA Staffing Capacity Requirements
Paralyzed Veterans of America Voices Expectations of President-Elect Trump’s Selection for VA Secretary
Paralyzed Veterans of America Looks to the Future with Confirmation of Dr. David Shulkin as Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs
Paralyzed Veterans of America Looks to the Future with Confirmation of Dr. David Shulkin as Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs
Paralyzed Veterans of America Urges Protection of VA Specialized Services, CARF Standards in Private Healthcare, Enforcement of VA Staffing Capacity Requirements
Paralyzed veterans from across the country gather in Denver area to further their mission
NO GREATER LOVE, A Film Directed by an Active Duty Soldier
115th Congress, First Session Priorities
114th Congress, First Session Priorities
Paralyzed Veterans of America Sues Department of Transportation For Unlawful Delay of Rule Intended to Make Airline Restrooms Accessible for Travelers With Disabilities
The Department of Veterans Affairs and Paralyzed Veterans of America Recognize Sustaining Host and
The Department of Veterans Affairs and Paralyzed Veterans of America Recognize Top-Level Sponsors of the 38th National Veterans Wheelchair Games
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to Removal of VA Secretary
Paralyzed Veterans of America Voices Expectations of President-Elect Trump’s Selection for VA Secret
Penske Automotive Group Donates More Than $1 Million to Paralyzed Veterans of America
Paralyzed Veterans of America Voices Expectations of President-Elect Trump’s Selection for VA Secret
Trending Top Headlines
Paralyzed Veterans of America Names Executive Director
Paralyzed Veterans of America Announces First Annual Quad Rugby Invitational
Paralyzed Veterans’ Executive Director Honored by HillVets
Paralyzed Veterans of America Deeply Disappointed in House Passage of H.R. 620
Leading veterans groups commend President’s VA budget submission, highlighting critical boosts for health care, construction and IT funding
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to Findings of VA OIG Report
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to OIG Report Regarding Problems at DC VA Medical Center
Paralyzed Veterans of America Honors Senator Johnny Isakson with 2018 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award
Paralyzed Veterans of America Announces New Partnership with SteelShad Fishing Company
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to Omnibus Spending Bill
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to Omnibus Spending Bill
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to Removal of VA Secretary
PVA Awareness Month Recognizes Veterans Living With Spinal Cord Injury and Disease
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to House Passage of Long-Term FAA Reauthorization Bill
Paralyzed Veterans of America Applauds House Introduction of VA MISSION Act
Paralyzed Veterans of America Honors San Antonio-based Luna Middleman Architects with 2018 Barrier-Free America Award
PVA Chapters from Across the Country to Gather in Minneapolis for 72nd Annual Convention
Disabled Veterans, Military and Business Leaders Tee Off to Raise Funds for Veterans Employment Program
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to Senate Confirmation of Robert Wilkie as VA Secretary
Paralyzed Veterans of America Responds to Senate Confirmation of Robert Wilkie as VA Secretary
Paralyzed Veterans of America Urges Protection of ADA on 28th Anniversary of Landmark Legislation
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Paralyzed Veterans of America recognizes students with educational scholarship awards
Paralyzed Veterans of America Lauds House and Senate Committee Leaders’ Agreement on Long-Term FAA
Paralyzed Veterans of America Lauds House and Senate Committee Leaders’ Agreement on Long-Term FAA Bill
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Paralyzed Veterans of America Hosts 2018 Mission: ABLE Awards Celebrating Leaders Helping Paralyzed Veterans and Their Families
Paralyzed Veterans of America Recognizes Corporate Leaders Helping Veterans and Their Families
Paralyzed Veterans of America Applauds Congressional Action that Enables VA to Provide Procreative Services
Paralyzed Veterans of America Launches 2018 Veterans Day National Poster and Poem Contest
Paralyzed Veterans of America Applauds Passage of Bill Making Air Travel More Accessible
Paralyzed Veterans of America highlights the UnstoppABLE spirit of veterans in new public service announcement
Paralyzed Veterans of America Holds Online Seminar to Educate People with Disabilities About Their Rights for Air Travel
15th Annual National Veterans Day Poster & Poem Contest
Paralyzed Veterans of America announces winners of 2018 Veterans Day National Poster and Poem Contest
Paralyzed Veterans of America recognized as finalist for U.S. Chamber Foundation’s 8th Annual Hiring Our Heroes Awards
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Paralyzed Veterans of America helps travelers with disabilities avoid holiday flight hassles
Ahead of Travel Holiday, Paralyzed Veterans of America Seeks Order Compelling Department of Transportation to Release Rules on Airplane Restroom Accessibility
Paralyzed Veterans Score Victory In Wheelchair Case
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement on Passing of Former President George H.W. Bush
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement on Courtroom Win in Support of Vietnam-Era “Blue Water” Navy Veterans
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement on Veterans Affairs’ Proposed Access Standards to Community Care
Paralyzed Veterans of America receives over $1 million through Penske Automotive Group’s “Service Matters” campaign
Veterans groups say $103B in funding needed for FY20
Veterans groups say $103B in funding needed for FY20
National President David Zurfluh Oral Testimony
Paralyzed Veterans of America expresses concerns about implementation of the VA MISSION Act during joint hearing on Capitol Hill
Paralyzed Veterans of America applauds DOT Air Travel Report’s inclusion of wheelchair and scooter mishandling data for the first time
Authors of The Independent Budget Statement on VA’s FY 2020 Budget Request
PVA Awareness Month recognizes veterans living with spinal cord injury and disorders
Paralyzed Veterans of America celebrates the opening of new VA SCI/D Center in Denver area
Paralyzed Veterans of America urges preserving and strengthening Social Security during hearing on Capitol Hill
After Paralyzed Veterans of America lawsuit, Department of Transportation states it will issue propo
Webinar to update disabled veterans and others with disabilities on their civil rights
PVA’s partnership with Women Veterans Interactive to empower heroes who served through education and employment
Paralyzed Veterans of America presents the Barrier-Free America Award for Soldiers Memorial Military Museum’s new, exceptional accessibility
PVA recognizes historic St. Louis museum for exceptional accessibility for people with disabilities
Paralyzed Veterans of America commemorates 75th Anniversary of D-Day
PVA issues statement on the VA implementation of the Veterans Community Care Program
Paralyzed Veterans of America welcomes OptumServe as presenting sponsor of annual gala
Paralyzed Veterans of America seeks award nominations to honor business leaders
Paralyzed Veterans of America elects leadership for 2019-2020 term
Paralyzed Veterans of America elects leadership for 2019-2020 term
Paralyzed Veterans of America kicks off campaign with Food City and Richard Petty to support our nation’s heroes
Competition at the National Veterans Wheelchair Games starts today
Travelers Say Some TSA Precheck Lanes Not Wheelchair Accessible
PVA’s Shaun Castle Warns of Catastrophic Changes to Benefits if Social Security 2100 Act Does Not Pass
PVA issues statement on House passage of Specially Adaptive Housing Improvement Bill
DOT backtracks on legal obligation to take action addressing airplane restroom accessibility
Are DOT delays more about policy than practicality?
LifeWaters provides adaptive scuba programs
Wounded warriors find community in wheelchair rugby
PVA argues government is moving too slowly on new rules for airplanes
PVA Responds to DOT’s Continued Unlawful Delay to Address Airline Restroom Accessibility
PVA issues statement on Sen. Johnny Isakson’s resignation at end of 2019
Million Veteran Program Needs Women Veterans’ Participation
Unique Charity Golf Open to raise funds for Veterans’ employment program
Program works toward fixing high unemployment rates among veterans
PVA issues statement on Senate passage of TSA Precheck bill for veterans with disabilities
PVA announces Senator Duckworth as recipient of 2019 Gordon Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award
Golf Fundraiser Helps Paralyzed Veterans
PVA honors corporations and leaders championing the rights of veterans and people with disabilities
PVA issues statement on delay of expansion to veterans’ family caregiver program
Veterans employment program gets a boost from annual charity golf tournament
PVA launches new multi-faceted initiative to address the needs of women veterans with disabilities
PVA statement on U.S. Access Board’s study to assess feasibility of restraint systems for airline passengers who use wheelchairs
PVA encouraged by TSA report for improvements to screening passengers with disabilities
Legislation introduced in House to extend benefits to families of veterans impacted by ALS
Air travel poses challenges for people with disabilities, organization leading the fight for change asks the public to help
People With Disabilities Filing More Air Travel Complaints
Disabled veterans say they face intense struggles when flying and airlines often won’t help
People With Disabilities Filing More Air Travel Complaints
Court Orders DOT to Explain Why It Missed Deadline to Issue Rule Addressing Airline Restroom Accessibility
Sens. Coons and Murkowski introduce bill to extend benefits to surviving spouses of veterans impacted by ALS
Paralyzed Veterans of America statement on Rep. Phil Roe’s retirement at end of 2020
PVA statement on Sen. Jerry Moran being named chairman of Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee
U.S. Access Board launches study to assess feasibility of equipping aircraft with wheelchair restraint systems
PVA statement on U.S. Department of Transportation’s notice of proposed rulemaking for air travelers with service animals
New virtual employment service provides support for disabled veterans anywhere, anytime
Veterans service organizations issue Independent Budget recommendations for the Department of Veterans Affairs
PVA receives over $1 million from Penske Automotive Group’s Service Matters campaign
Veterans organizations issue update report on VA MISSION Act implementation
PVA voices concerns about staffing shortages at VA’s health care system
Paralyzed Veterans of America fights for continued access to life sustaining health care during the Coronavirus pandemic
Paralyzed Veterans of America’s Research Foundation awards over $790,000 in grants funding spinal cord injury research
VA cancels National Veterans Wheelchair Games amid COVID-19 pandemic
Paralyzed Veterans of America launches campaign to support high-risk veterans during COVID-19 crisis
‘Terrified and trapped’: Paralyzed veterans struggle during pandemic
Stay-home orders present challenges for veterans dealing with mental, physical health issues
PVA makes statement on racism, exclusion, and marginalization
Paralyzed veteran advocates for high-risk Americans during COVID-19 crisis
Paralyzed Veterans of America Elects Leadership for 2020-2021 Term
Disabled Do-It-Yourselfers Lead Way to Technology Gains
Paralyzed Veterans of America Applauds Passage of Specially Adaptive Housing Improvement Legislation, H.R. 3504, and Calls President Trump to Quickly Sign it into Law
Voting Difficulties for Disabled Veterans, Citizens
Voting Could Be More Difficult for People with Disabilities This Year
Voting for People with Disabilities
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement on Department of Veterans Affairs Expansion of Family Caregivers Program
Holidays come as paralyzed veterans remain isolated and at high-risk for COVID-19, depression and anxiety
Paralyzed Veterans of America Applauds Legislation Designed to Improve Veterans Health Care and Benefits
Paralyzed Veterans of America Looking Forward to Partnering with New Secretary of Veterans Affairs
Paralyzed Veterans of America calls for VA Secretary Robert Wilkie to be fired and culture change within VA
Statement on signing of Veterans Health Care And Benefits Improvement Act of 2020
Statement on last week’s Capitol Hill violence and the growing threat of additional unrest
Food City and Richard Petty Kick Off July 4th Holiday In-Store Donation Drive
Prominent veteran service organizations urge Congress and VA to act in newly released report
Paralyzed Veterans of America approaches 75th year, unveils anniversary logo and newly renamed Veterans Career Program
Paralyzed Veterans of America releases statement on the confirmation of Denis McDonough as secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs
PVA joins forces with Southern New Hampshire University to help former members of the U.S. armed forces
PVA releases informational videos that empower veterans with disabilities to seek higher education
PVA receives $1 million donation from Penske Automotive Group to help veterans live full, productive lives
PVA Kicks Off PVA Awareness Month with New Video, New Stories of Resiliency, and an Up-Close, Virtual Look Inside its Operations
PVA celebrates 75-year legacy by inviting all Americans to Honor the Spot and keep accessible parking spaces open for the people who need them
PVA Elects U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Charles Brown as its New National President
Wheelchair Games celebrates 40th anniversary with hybrid sports event
Statement on the attack outside the Kabul Airport in Afghanistan
PVA’s 2021 Women Veterans Empowerment Retreat
Weis Markets and PVA Launch Campaign to Support America’s Heroes
Paralyzed Veterans of America releases statement on the passing of disability rights advocate Engracia Figueroa following carelessness and mistreatment by airline
Motown/UMe and PVA Honor Veterans with Video for Marvin Gaye’s “I Want to Come Home For Christmas”
Weis Markets Announces $450,000 Donation to Paralyzed Veterans of America
Air travel inhumane and dangerous for many people with disabilities 35 years after law mandated accessibility
I was dropped on a jetway. Airlines make it dangerous for people with disabilities to fly. (USA Today Op-ed)
Paralyzed Veterans of America releases statement on the passing of decorated WWII veteran/disability rights champion Senator Bob Dole
Prominent Veterans Organizations Issue Budget Recommendations for VA
Handcycling Avatar Launches in Virtual Cycling Platform
Petition to Department of Transportation on Air Travel for Passengers With Disabilities
Letter to President Biden Regarding Accessible Transportation
PVA Executive Director Carl Blake Nominated to Department of Veterans Affairs’ Asset and Infrastructure Review Commission
Carl Blake Releases Statement on Nomination to VA’S AIR Committee
Statement on the Nomination of Shereef Elnahal and Ray Jefferson as Under Secretary of Veterans Health Administration and Veterans Benefits Administration
PVA Releases Statement on the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Health Care Infrastructure Recommendations to the AIR Commission
PVA Announces Formation of Multiple Sclerosis Committee
PVA Partners with Excelsior College
Paralyzed Veterans of America Received Over $1 million Donation from Penske Automotive Group
PVA Statement Applauding Senate For Passing Making Advances in Mammography and Medical Options (MAMMO) for Veterans Act
PVA Expands Membership, Invites All Veterans With MS to Join
Paralyzed Veterans of America applauds President Biden for enacting the Making Advances in Mammography and Medical Options for Veterans (MAMMO) Act
Paralyzed Veterans of American Issues Statement on Much Needed Investment in VA Infrastructure Still Needed Despite Announcement About AIR Commission
Paralyzed Veterans of America and long-time supporters Food City and Richard Petty kick off in-store donation drive just days before fourth of July
U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Charles Brown Re-Elected to Second Term as Paralyzed Veterans of America National President
Statement on Department of Transportation’s Airline Passengers with Disabilities Bill of Rights
Statement on Confirmation of VHA Under Secretary for Health
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement on Senate’s failure to move forward on passage of the PACT Act
Paralyzed Veterans of America commends Congress for passing the Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act of 2021, Awaits President Biden’s Signature
Paralyzed Veterans of America Healthcare Summit + Expo to return after two-year hiatus to help veterans and others living with paralysis
Thought leaders in spinal cord injury research, science, and tech join forces with clinicians at Paralyzed Veterans of America 2022 Healthcare Summit + Expo
Paralyzed Veterans of America honors Rep. Jim Langevin with 2022 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award
Paralyzed Veterans of America applauds the Kennedy Center for excellence in accessible design, awards them with 2022 Barrier-Free America Award
Paralyzed Veterans of America wraps up three-day Women Veterans Empowerment Retreat in Lone Star State
Paralyzed Veterans of America applauds the House for passing the AUTO for Veterans Act, urges the Senate to quickly pass
The ALS Association and Paralyzed Veterans of America Call on Congress to Quickly Pass the Justice for ALS Veterans Act
Support home and community-based services before more veterans, caregivers are left feeling abandoned
Paralyzed Veterans of America announces partnership with Unite Us to provide a more robust resource network for our nation’s Veterans
Paralyzed Veterans of America applauds Congress for passing the Veterans Auto and Education Improvement Act, urges President Biden to sign quickly
Paralyzed Veterans of America releases statement on selection of Mike Bost as new Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs
Paralyzed Veterans of America’s new virtual program brings whole-self wellness to America’s catastrophically injured veterans
Leading veterans service organizations release annual report ahead of White House budget release and call on Congress and Department of Veterans Affairs to act
Leading veterans organizations applaud White House’s proposed 2024 budget for the Department of Veterans Affairs
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement in reaction to Department of Veterans Affairs newly updated mission statement
Statement from co-authors of The Independent Budget (DAV, PVA, and VFW) on the release of today’s Veterans Health Care Policy Institute report, “Disadvantaging the VA”
Statement from Paralyzed Veterans of America on The Washington Post Editorial Board’s Myopic View on Veterans Benefits
Paralyzed Veterans of America receives $1.3 million donation from Penske Automotive Group to help Veterans across the U.S.
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement applauding Executive Order on home-based care for Veterans, long-term care workers, and family caregivers
Congress, protect all services and programs needed by Paralyzed Veterans and their Families
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement urging Congress act now to remove barriers that prevent disabled Veterans from accessing long-term services and supports
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement applauding today’s passage of the “Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act”
Paralyzed Veterans of America Elects U.S. Army Veteran Robert Thomas as its New National President and Chair of the Board
Food City and Richard Petty Kick Off In-Store Donation Drive Supporting PVA
Making disc golf more inclusive for people with disabilities
Finally, new regulations on accessible inflight lavatories – an over 30-year PVA fight
PVA hosts thought leaders in spinal cord injury research, science, and tech at 2023 Healthcare Summit + Expo
2023 PVA Summit + Expo Clinical Excellence Awards
Statement in response to Department of Transportation/United Airlines settlement agreement concerning Engracia Figueroa
PVA Hosts Women Veterans Empowerment Retreat in Orlando
The Honorable Mike Bost Awarded with 2023 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award by Paralyzed Veterans of America
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement in response to accessible drop-off zones coming to Capitol Hill
Paralyzed Veterans of America to host Seventh Annual Wheelchair Rugby Invitational in Louisville, Kentucky
Paralyzed Veterans of America Seventh Annual Wheelchair Rugby Invitational Crowns Code of Honor Cup Winners, Promotes Adaptive Sports In Louisville
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement in response to the Senate’s markup of the “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023”
Award-Winning Country Musician Martina McBride will Headline PVA’s Igniting Change Gala
DAV, PVA, and the VFW release Independent Budget recommendations for the Department of Veterans Affairs and call on Congress to fully support our nation’s veterans
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement following the release of proposed changes, requested by PVA, that would improve air travel for wheelchair users
PVA National President Robert Thomas Testifies Before Congress Veterans’ Affairs Committees
Paralyzed Veterans of America issues statement in response to VA’s expansion of IVF
Good Ranchers and Paralyzed Veterans of America Join Forces to “Bring All Veterans to the Table” with a New Multi-Month Partnership Through Veterans Day 2024
Former NASA Astronaut Wendy Lawrence to Serve as Keynote Speaker at Paralyzed Veterans of America’s 2024 Igniting Change Gala
Paralyzed Veterans of America to honor former Senator Elizabeth Dole with 2024 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award at PVA Gala
Barrier-Free America Award Honors Washington Nationals
PVA to Honor L’Oréal USA with PVA Disability Innovation Award
PVA Presents Senator Elizabeth Dole with 2024 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award
PVA Celebrates Women Veterans & Changemakers at Igniting Change Gala
PVA Receives $1.17 Million Donation from Penske Automotive Group
PVA and Department of Veterans Affairs Announce National Veterans Wheelchair Games Coming to Minneapolis in Summer 2025
PVA Applauds Passage of the Federal Aviation Administration Reauthorization Bill and its Inclusion of Vital Disability Provisions
Paralyzed Veterans of America Kicks-Off 78th Annual Convention in Minneapolis
with Special Visit by VA Secretary Denis McDonough, Among Others
Paralyzed Veterans of America Deploys 100+ of its Members and Chapter Leaders to D.C. for First-Ever Advocacy Legislation Seminar in June
Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Robert Thomas and CEO Carl Blake Issue Statement Following House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Hearing
Paralyzed Veterans of America Announces Its FY2025
Executive Committee Election Results
U.S. Air Force Veteran Tammy Jones Named First Woman National Senior Vice President of PVA
PVA Kicks Off Annual Food City / Richard Petty In-Store Donation Drive July 3 – 30, 2024
Paralyzed Veterans of America Hosts Annual Healthcare Summit + Expo, A Must-Attend Event for Leaders and Clinicians in Field of Spinal Cord Injury and Disease
Leading Veterans’ Organizations Call On Congress To Fix VA Funding
Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Robert Thomas Urges Congress to Address VA Budget Shortfall so Veterans Can Pay Their Bills
Paralyzed Veterans of America Relieved at Passage of Emergency VA Benefits Funding Bill, Now Urges Congress to Provide $12B in VA Healthcare Funding
Protected: Hurricane Helene Impact and Response – Message from VA
Paralyzed Veterans of America and WEIS Markets Kick Off Annual Campaign, Encourage Customers to Donate $1, $3, or More This October
PVA Wraps Up Sixth Annual Women Veterans Empowerment Retreat in Southern California
PVA and Rouses Markets Debut Partnership and Honor Veterans Day with Month-Long In-Store Promotion
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement in Response to DOT’s Unprecedented Fine Against American Airlines
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement in Response to House Passage of Elizabeth Dole Caregiver Bill
PVA Statement on DOT’s New Wheelchair User Rule Improving Air Travel for People with Mobility Disabilities
PVA Statement – Passage of Elizabeth Dole Caregiver Bill, Urges President to Sign Swiftly
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement in Response to Passage of VETS Safe Travel Act, a Win for Many Disabled Veterans Navigating Airport Security
Paralyzed Veterans of America Releases Statement Following Remarks Made by President Donald Trump Addressing Tragic Plane Crash in Nation’s Capital
PVA Survey Reveals Accessibility Barriers Still Exist for All People with Disabilities
PVA Statement Following the Confirmation of Doug Collins as Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs
Leading Veterans’ groups release Independent Budget Recommendations for the Department of Veterans Affairs, urging Congress to wholeheartedly support America’s Veterans
PVA Crowns 2025 Code of Honor Cup Winners at Eighth Annual Wheelchair Rugby Invitational – Largest Adaptive Rugby Event in the Nation
An Open Letter to All PVA Members
Lancôme Commits to Empower Women with Disabilities
Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Robert Thomas Calls for Protections for Specialized VA Health Care During Annual Testimony on Capitol Hill
Paralyzed Veterans of America Releases Statement Following the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Newly Released Plan to Cut More Than 80k Staff
Paralyzed Veterans of America receives $1.13 million donation from Penske Automotive Group, surpassing $10 million in all-time contributions
U.S. Bank Stadium Awarded Paralyzed Veterans of America’s 2025 Barrier-Free America Award for its Exemplary Commitment to Accessibility
Paralyzed Veterans of America receives $75K donation from Good Ranchers at Children’s of Alabama Indy Grand Prix Race
Paralyzed Veterans of America Launches its Inaugural Outdoor Experience Event in the Grand Tetons, Improving Access to Outdoor Recreation for Disabled Veterans
Paralyzed Veterans of America Announces Its FY2026 Executive Committee Election Results
Paralyzed Veterans of America Kicks Off Annual Food City In-Store Donation Drive with Seven-Time NASCAR Champion Richard Petty
Paralyzed Veterans of America Releases Statement Following Department of Veterans Affairs’ Announcement Not to Pursue Large-Scale Reduction-in-Force
Paralyzed Veterans of America Marks 35th Anniversary of ADA with Urgent Appeal: ‘Barriers Still Exist For Everyone,’ so Join the Fight
Paralyzed Veterans of America Kicks Off Nation’s Only Medical Conference Covering Spinal Cord Injury, ALS, and MS in NOLA with VA Secretary Doug Collins
Paralyzed Veterans of America Awards Chairman Jerry Moran with Prestigious 2025 Gordon H. Mansfield Congressional Leadership Award
Paralyzed Veterans of America-Funded Research Wins 2026 Sharpey-Schafer Prize for Medical Breakthrough in Pain Relief
Paralyzed Veterans of America Access to the Skies Summit co-presented by All Wheels Up Leads the Charge to Make Air Travel Accessible
PVA treats over 40 women veterans to powerful conversation with renowned sports anchor Hannah Storm and Lancôme makeovers at annual empowerment event
Paralyzed Veterans of America Releases Statement in Response to Washington Post Article on October 6, Depicting Most Veterans as Fraudsters and Cheats
Paralyzed Veterans of America Releases Statement to Members Ahead of Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs Hearing About VA Benefits
Paralyzed Veterans of America and Rouses Markets Team Up Again to Support America’s Heroes This Veterans Day
Weis Markets Announces $170,000 Donation to Paralyzed Veterans of America to Support America’s Heroes, Celebrates 10 Years of Partnership
L’Oréal USA partners with Paralyzed Veterans of America for second consecutive year and hosts Have A Beautiful Day event from coast to coast
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement in Response to DOT Amending Its Historic Penalty Against American Airlines
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement in Response to the Department of Veterans Affairs’ Reorganization of VHA
Paralyzed Veterans of America Launches Free Online Fitness and Wellness Program for Veterans with Mobility Challenges
Paralyzed Veterans of America Host Annual Wheelchair Rugby Invitational in Louisville, Kentucky For Second Consecutive Year – Largest Wheelchair Rugby Event in the U.S.
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement Following Markup of the Sharri Briley and Eric Edmundson Veterans Benefits Expansion Act
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement in Response to Department of Veterans Affairs’ Interim Rule Impacting Veterans’ Disability Ratings
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement in Response to Department of Veterans Affairs’ Decision to Halt Enforcement of Recent Interim Rule
Paralyzed Veterans of America Celebrates 80 Years of Impact and Influence, Invites Public At Large to Help Fuel the Power of PVA
Paralyzed Veterans of America Wraps Up First Leg of 2026 Outdoor Experience
Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Robert Thomas Urges Congress to Protect Specialized VA Health Care Days After Kick Off of Its 80th Anniversary
Paralyzed Veterans of America Issues Statement Following VA-DOJ Agreement Allowing Guardianship Proceedings for Veterans with Disabilities
Paralyzed Veterans of America Wraps Up SXSW 2026 with Important Discussion on Accessibility and Innovation, Urges Public To Keep Conversation Going
Paralyzed Veterans of America announces $1.08 million donation from Penske Automotive Group